You have taken the first and most important step towards true financial sovereignty. By choosing Trezor, you are securing your digital assets with the industry standard for cold storage. Let's get your device ready for action.
In the world of cryptocurrency, security is not a feature—it is a necessity. Unlike traditional bank accounts where a third party safeguards your funds, cryptocurrency places the responsibility entirely on you. This is known as "self-custody."
Software wallets (or "hot wallets") on your phone or computer are convenient, but they are constantly connected to the internet, making them vulnerable to malware, phishing attacks, and hackers. If your computer is compromised, your private keys—the cryptographic proof of your ownership—can be stolen in milliseconds.
Trezor changes the game. It is a "cold wallet" that keeps your private keys offline at all times. Even when connected to an infected computer, your keys never leave the device. Transactions are signed inside the Trezor device itself, meaning your secrets are never exposed to the digital world. This physical isolation (air-gapping logic) is the only proven way to store significant amounts of cryptocurrency safely.
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Follow these 6 steps carefully to initialize your wallet. Do not rush this process.
Before you even plug in your device, inspect the packaging. Your Trezor should arrive in a secure, tamper-evident box. Check the holographic seal on the USB port (for Trezor Model One) or the box (for Trezor Model T/Safe 3).
If the package looks damaged, the seal is broken, or it looks like someone has opened it before you, do not use the device. Contact our support team immediately. Supply chain attacks are rare but possible, and physical integrity is your first line of defense.
Your Trezor device needs an interface to communicate with the blockchain. Trezor Suite is our official desktop and web application designed to manage your portfolio securely.
Go to trezor.io/trezor-suite to download the official installer for your operating system (Windows, macOS, or Linux). Be wary of fake apps on search engines or app stores. Always verify you are on the official domain. Once installed, open the application and connect your Trezor using the provided USB cable.
Your device ships without firmware installed. This is a security feature to ensure that the latest, most secure software is installed by you, the user, rather than sitting on a shelf outdated.
Trezor Suite will detect your device and prompt you to install the firmware. Follow the on-screen instructions. During this process, the device will check the cryptographic signature of the firmware to ensure it is genuine and has not been tampered with by a malicious actor.
Once the firmware is ready, you will be asked to "Create a New Wallet" or "Recover Wallet". Since this is a new setup, choose Create New Wallet.
The device will now use its internal random number generator (RNG) to create a unique master private key. This process happens entirely offline within the secure element or microcontroller of the device. No one, not even Trezor the company, knows this key.
This is the most critical step. Your device will display a sequence of 12 to 24 words. This is your Recovery Seed (BIP39 standard).
Write these words down on the provided recovery seed cards in the exact order they appear. Do not take a photo. Do not type them into a computer. Do not save them in a password manager or cloud storage.
If your Trezor device is lost, damaged, or stolen, this list of words is the only way to recover your funds. Anyone who has these words has access to your money. Treat this paper backup like cash or gold.
To prevent unauthorized physical access to your device, you must set a PIN code. This PIN will be required every time you plug in your Trezor.
Choose a strong PIN (up to 9 digits recommended). The layout of the numbers on the Trezor screen will shuffle each time, preventing keyloggers or onlookers from guessing your PIN based on mouse movements or finger positions.
Once the PIN is set, your device is ready! You can now generate receiving addresses and start transferring your assets to cold storage.
Owning a hardware wallet is only half the battle. Your behavior determines your security.
Always verify the receiving address on the physical Trezor screen before confirming a transaction. Malware can swap addresses on your computer screen (clipboard hijacking).
For advanced protection, enable the "Passphrase" feature. This acts as a 25th word for your seed, creating a hidden wallet. Even if someone finds your seed card, they cannot access funds without the passphrase.
Be extremely skeptical of emails claiming your funds are at risk or asking you to "verify" your wallet. Trezor will never contact you regarding your wallet balance.
Store your recovery seed card in a fireproof safe or a different location than your device. Consider using a metal backup solution for protection against fire and water damage.
Trezor Suite unlocks a powerful ecosystem for your digital assets.
Swap cryptocurrencies directly within Trezor Suite using our trusted partners. No need to send funds to an exchange.
Purchase Bitcoin and other assets with your card or bank transfer. The coins go straight to your hardware wallet.
Earn rewards on supported assets like Ethereum or Cardano by staking them directly from the safety of your cold wallet.
Mask your IP address and protect your privacy by routing your connections through the Tor network with a single click.
Join millions of users who sleep soundly knowing their assets are safe.